1970 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Toyota Sprinter | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Sprinter | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 2768 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2770 mm |
